AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoKuwait SME Licensing Overhaul: Kuwait’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry is studying major rule changes to freelance and micro-business licensing, aiming to make it easier to start businesses while tightening transparency around real ownership and beneficiaries. Oman Local Content Push: Oman is shifting local content beyond “buy local” toward building local service capabilities (engineering, IT, logistics, consulting, training, tourism support), to keep more value and jobs inside the country. SME Banking Boost (Kuwait): National Bank of Kuwait (NBK) is doubling down on integrated SME banking and financing—payments plus POS financing and day-to-day support under one roof—to help firms scale. Pakistan Banking Results: Bank of Punjab (BOP) reported its strongest-ever first-half 2026 performance, with operating profit up 67% and a record 16% interim cash dividend. Fuel Surcharge Pressure (Iran-linked): Iran war disruptions are still feeding into higher transport fuel surcharges, with concerns that some shippers profit from the fees—raising costs for retailers, manufacturers, and small businesses. Digital Payments for SMEs (UAE/Region): e& UAE is launching a Business Pro offering bundled with Microsoft Copilot, targeting productivity for business users.
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